Global Warming:

Understanding the
Causes and
Consequences
Global warming is one of the biggest challenges mankind faces
today. This presentation explores the causes, consequences, and
solutions to this existential problem.
The Causes of Global Warming
Industrial Activity
The burning of fossil fuels in
industrial processes such as
electricity generation and
transportation is the single
largest contributor to global
warming.
Deforestation
Clearing forests and other
land for agriculture, logging
and other uses, results in the
loss of vegetation that absorb
carbon dioxide, one of
nature's most effective
solutions for controlling global
warming
Greenhouse Gas
Emissions
The release of gases, such as
carbon dioxide, methane, and
nitrous oxide from human
activities such as burning
fossil fuels and land use
changes, traps heat in the
atmosphere, causing the
planet to heat up.
The Impact of Global Warming on the
Environment
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Extreme Weather Sea Level Rise Loss of Biodiversity

Rising temperatures The melting of ice caps Many plant and animal
create more atmospheric and glaciers causes sea species may be unable to
instability, increasing the levels to rise, endangering adapt to the rapid
likelihood of severe low lying areas and small changes in temperature,
weather events such as island nations. resulting in extinction or
hurricanes, floods, and moving to new territories
heatwaves. leading to ecosystem
imbalance.
Possible Solutions to Control Global
Warming
Reducing Fossil Fuel use
Implementing alternatives such as
renewable energy sources like solar or
wind power instead of burning fossil fuels.
Afforestation
Planting new forests to absorb more CO2,
either to increase the forested area, or
to re-forest land that has been converted
to agriculture or other uses.
Carbon Capture Technology
New technologies that capture carbon
dioxide and other greenhouse gases at
their source, such as power plants and
industrial processes.
Conservation
Reducing waste and reducing the use of
finite resources such as water and energy
can reduce the emissions of associated
greenhouse gases also contributes in
controlling global warming.
Challenges in Implementing Effective
Solutions
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Political Roadblocks Cost and Incentives Technological

Limitations
Disagreements amongst The high cost of
political leaders on transitioning to a low New alternative energy

resources and priority carbon economy, coupled and carbon capture

prevent effective actions. with a lack of incentives technologies may not be

or regulatory pressure, yet effective, efficient or

limit the ability of cost effective enough to

individual citizens, replace current carbon-
organizations and intensive sources.
governments to switch to
low-carbon alternatives.
The Consequences of Inaction Against
Global Warming

Food and Water Adverse weather events Climate Migration

Insecurity
Changes in temperature,
precipitation patterns and the
frequency of extreme events
like drought and wildfires can
adversely impact agriculture
and availability of potable
water.
Extreme weather conditions
such as storms, heatwaves,
and flooding will become more
frequent and severe leading
to financial and social
consequences.
People will be forced to
relocate from areas that are
no longer habitable due to
climate changes, leading to
massive displacements and
social unrest.
Impact of Global Warming on Human
Health
Increased Spread of Diseases Respiratory Illnesses

Weather patterns, and warmer Increasing air pollution due to fossil fuel
temperatures can encourage the spread emissions can lead to respiratory and
of diseases carrying insects and pests. cardiovascular diseases.

Increased Mental Illness Food Insecurity

Climate change, natural disasters, and Changes in temperature, rainfall patterns,

loss of homes and communities can have and extreme events like droughts and
serious impacts on mental health of floods can lead to food shortages and
people. malnutrition.
Conclusion
Global warming is real and poses a serious threat to the future of
humanity.

We have the knowledge, technologies, and resources to address

global warming, but we must act now to avoid catastrophic
consequences.

Effective solutions require strong political will, international

cooperation, and collective action from individuals and
organizations at all levels of society.